Best 15 4 Cheese Lasagna Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary masterpiece that harmonizes the rich flavors of four delectable cheeses in a symphony of lasagna. This classic Italian dish, elevated with a quartet of parmesan, mozzarella, ricotta, and asiago cheeses, promises a taste experience like no other. Parmesan's sharp and nutty notes, mozzarella's gooey stretch, ricotta's creamy texture, and asiago's piquant bite unite seamlessly, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate. Each layer of this lasagna reveals a new dimension of cheesy delight, complemented by savory meat sauce and tender pasta sheets. Discover the magic of this four-cheese lasagna, an irresistible journey for cheese enthusiasts and a delightful treat for any occasion. Embrace the culinary artistry of this dish as you embark on a delectable adventure.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY FOUR CHEESE LASAGNA



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This makes a very authentic tasting lasagna, rich, cheesy and very filling.

Provided by WITCHED

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

16 ounces uncooked lasagna noodles
1 (26 ounce) can spaghetti sauce
1 pound cottage cheese
8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a blender or with an electric mixer, blend tomato sauce and cottage cheese together until smooth. Spoon a little of the sauce mixture in the bottom of a 9x13 baking dish. Place a layer of cooked noodles over the sauce, and sprinkle a portion of the mozzarella, the cheddar and the parmesan over the noodles. Repeat layering of sauce, noodles and cheese; finish with a cheese layer.
  • Bake in preheated oven 30 to 45 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 567.7 calories, Carbohydrate 56.4 g, Cholesterol 67 mg, Fat 23.1 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 33.9 g, SaturatedFat 13.1 g, Sodium 1110.3 mg, Sugar 10.6 g

PERFECT FOUR-CHEESE LASAGNA



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Lasagna is one of my favorites, and this is the recipe I've been making since I was a teenager. It's a tantalizing combo of pasta, meat sauce, cheese and more cheese that really lives up to its name! -Lauren Delaney-Wallace, Glen Carbon, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups 4% cottage cheese
2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
12 no-cook lasagna noodles (about 7 ounces)
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook and crumble beef with onion and garlic over medium-high heat until browned, 5-7 minutes; drain. Stir in herbs and tomato sauce. In a bowl, mix eggs, cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese., Spread 1 cup meat sauce into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; layer with 4 noodles, cottage cheese mixture, an additional 4 noodles and half the remaining meat sauce. Repeat last 2 layers. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and remaining mozzarella cheese., Cover with greased foil; bake until cheese is melted, 50-55 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked lasagna. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake lasagna as directed until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°, increasing time to 1 to 1-1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 662mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

FOUR-CHEESE LASAGNA



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Cheese really stars in this lighter lasagna, which I created a few years ago. It can be prepared ahead of time and baked later. I sometimes make up a couple batches and freeze them in case company drops by. -Janet Myers, Napanee, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (28 ounces) tomatoes, undrained
1 can (8 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed
2 cups 4% cottage cheese
2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese
1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
2 large eggs
1 pound lasagna noodles, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • In a skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and onion is tender; drain. In a blender, process the tomatoes until smooth. Stir into beef mixture along with mushrooms, tomato paste and seasonings; simmer 15 minutes. , In a bowl, combine cottage cheese, Parmesan, cheddar, 1/2 cup mozzarella and eggs. Spread 2 cups meat sauce in the bottom of an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Arrange half the noodles over sauce. Spread cheese mixture over noodles. Top with remaining noodles and sauce. , Cover and bake at 350° for 45 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining mozzarella. Return to the oven for 15 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 742mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

FOUR-CHEESE LASAGNA



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Try our delicious Four-Cheese Lasagna stuffed with Neufchatel, mozzarella, Parmesan and cottage cheese. End your day with this cheesy lasagna and a smile!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb. extra-lean ground beef
1 onion, chopped
1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese, softened
1 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN 2% Milkfat Low Fat Cottage Cheese
1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese, divided
1/2 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese, divided
1 egg, beaten
1 jar (24 oz.) CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce
1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes, drained
1/2 tsp. dried oregano leaves
12 lasagna noodles, cooked

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Brown meat with onions in large skillet. Meanwhile, mix Neufchatel, cottage cheese, 1-1/2 cups mozzarella, 1/4 cup Parmesan and egg until blended.
  • Drain meat; return to skillet. Stir in pasta sauce, tomatoes and oregano; simmer 5 min. Remove from heat. Spoon 1 cup meat sauce onto bottom of 13x9-inch baking dish; top with layers of 3 lasagna noodles, 1 cup cheese mixture and 1 cup meat sauce. Repeat layers twice. Top with remaining noodles, meat sauce, mozzarella and Parmesan; cover.
  • Bake 50 min. or until heated through, uncovering after 40 min. Let stand 10 min. before cutting to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 650 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 22 g

FOUR-CHEESE SPINACH LASAGNA



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This rich cheesy lasagna has become one of my specialties. It's packed with fresh-tasting vegetables like spinach, carrots, red pepper and broccoli. I'm never afraid to serve the colorful casserole to guests, since it's always a huge success. -Kimberly Kneisly, Englewood, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups chopped fresh broccoli
1-1/2 cups julienned carrots
1 cup sliced green onions
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups whole milk
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1-1/2 cups 4% cottage cheese
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
12 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute vegetables and garlic in oil until crisp-tender. Remove from the heat; set aside. , In a small heavy saucepan, whisk flour and milk until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Reduce heat; stir in 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. Cook until cheese is melted, about 1 minute longer. Remove from the heat; stir in spinach. Set 1 cup aside. , In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, mozzarella and Swiss cheese. Spread 1/2 cup of spinach mixture in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with 4 noodles, half of the cheese mixture, half of the vegetables and 3/4 cup spinach mixture. Repeat layers. Top with remaining noodles, reserved spinach mixture and remaining Parmesan cheese. , Cover and bake at 375° for 35 minutes. Uncover; bake until bubbly, about 15 minutes longer. Let stand for 15 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 415mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHEESE LASAGNA



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An easy vegetarian lasagna with ricotta, mozzarella and Parmesan.

Provided by MOLSON7

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 ounce) package lasagna noodles
4 cups ricotta cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
4 eggs
salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (32 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and lay lasagna flat on foil to cool.
  • In a medium bowl, combine ricotta, Parmesan, eggs, salt and pepper; mix well.
  • In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium heat and saute garlic for 2 minutes; stir in spaghetti sauce and Italian seasoning. Heat sauce until warmed through, stirring occasionally, 2 to 5 minutes.
  • Spread 1/2 cup of sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 baking dish. Cover with a layer of noodles. Spread half the ricotta mixture over noodles; top with another noodle layer. Pour 1 1/2 cups of sauce over noodles, and spread the remaining ricotta over the sauce. Top with remaining noodles and sauce and sprinkle mozzarella over all. Cover with greased foil.
  • Bake 45 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and top is golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.2 calories, Carbohydrate 57.6 g, Cholesterol 119.6 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 19.8 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 711.1 mg, Sugar 12.3 g

4 CHEESE LASAGNA RECIPE



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Make and share this 4 Cheese Lasagna Recipe recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Ravenseyes

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

9 lasagna noodles
1 cup diced onion
3 tablespoons garlic
1 1/2 lbs ground beef
2 cups sliced mushrooms
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
39 ounces tomato sauce
2 tablespoons basil
2 tablespoons oregano
1 lb mozzarella cheese
1/2 lb parmesan cheese
1 lb ricotta cheese
1/2 lb romano cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet brown your ground beef. Once browned drain any fats.
  • Add onions, garlic and mushrooms cook till onions are clear. Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add tomato sauce and herbs cook for 20 minutes on very low heat. I like to use the Classico Sweet Tomato and Basil sauce.
  • Cook lasagna noodles according to box directions.
  • Arrange 3 noodles on bottom of a 9x13-inch pan, place 1/3 of your meat sauce over noddles, next arrange 1/3 of each of the cheeses (I like to start with the Ricotta and then the Mozzarella, parmesan and Romano). Repeat this two more times.
  • Bake at 375°F for 1 hours. Allow to rest for 30 - 45 minutes and then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 561.5, Fat 33, SaturatedFat 18.1, Cholesterol 124.1, Sodium 1504.9, Carbohydrate 25.7, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 5.8, Protein 40.6

4-CHEESE LASAGNA



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Make and share this 4-Cheese Lasagna recipe from Food.com.

Provided by JfsKnight

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

15 ounces ricotta cheese
12 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 package provolone cheese
2 eggs
1 tablespoon parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 package no-cook lasagna noodle
olive oil
32 ounces spaghetti sauce
parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Shred provolone (can use salad shooter).
  • Combine all the cheese mixture ingredients and mix well.
  • Oil bottom of a 13" x 9" x 2" pan with a thin layer.
  • Add 1/3 cup spaghetti sauce (ladle-full) to bottom of the pan.
  • Place 3-4 noodles across bottom of the pan.
  • Cover with cheese mixture (about 3 tablespoons per noodle) and spread.
  • Add 1/3 cup of spaghetti sauce and repeat until top of pan is almost reached.
  • Add noodles and then add spaghetti sauce on top.
  • Cover with grated parmesan cheese.
  • Cover pan with aluminum foil, shiny side down.
  • Follow baking direction on back of no-cook lasagna box.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.1, Fat 27.7, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 152.9, Sodium 1404.7, Carbohydrate 21.8, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 15.1, Protein 26.1

FOUR CHEESE-CHICKEN LASAGNA



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs
1 small onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 28 -ounce can whole San Marzano tomatoes, crushed by hand
3 bay leaves
1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh parsley
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Kosher salt
1 pound lasagna noodles (not no-boil)
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
2 bunches kale (preferably Tuscan kale), stems removed, leaves finely chopped
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 15 -ounce containers part-skim ricotta cheese
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (about 3 ounces)
1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh parsley
Freshly ground pepper
4 cups grated fresh mozzarella cheese (about 1 pound)
2 cups grated asiago cheese (about 8 ounces)

Steps:

  • Make the sauce: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add the chicken and cook until browned, turning, 5 minutes. Add the onion, garlic and tomato paste and cook, stirring, until the onion softens, about 5 minutes. Add the wine and cook until mostly evaporated, about 5 minutes. Stir in 3 cups water, the tomatoes, bay leaves, parsley, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium low and simmer 50 minutes. Break up the chicken with a spoon. Cook until thickened, 20 more minutes. Remove the bay leaves.
  • Prepare the lasagna: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the noodles and cook as the label directs. Drain the noodles and drizzle with olive oil; set aside.
  • Meanwhile, place the kale in a large microwave-safe bowl; add 1/2 cup water and a pinch of salt. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave until tender, 5 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water; squeeze dry, then return to the bowl. Stir in the eggs, ricotta, half of the parmesan and the parsley. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Toss the mozzarella, asiago and the remaining parmesan in a separate bowl.
  • Spread 3/4 cup of the sauce in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Top with one-third of the noodles, overlapping them slightly. Cover with half of the kale mixture, then 2 more cups sauce. Sprinkle with one-third of the mozzarella mixture. Repeat the layers (noodles, kale mixture, sauce, mozzarella mixture). Top with a final layer of noodles, the remaining sauce and the remaining mozzarella mixture. Set on a baking sheet.
  • Loosely cover with foil and bake 40 minutes, then uncover and bake until golden and bubbly, about 25 more minutes. Let stand 30 minutes before serving.

FOUR CHEESE AND SPINACH LASAGNA



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h55m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
12 dry lasagna noodles (not no-boil)
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
One 10-ounce box frozen spinach, thawed
1 pound cottage cheese (about 1 3/4 cups)
4 ounces fresh goat cheese, softened
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan, Pecorino Romano, or a combination
1 pound pre-shredded mozzarella, (about 4 cups)
Finely grated zest of 1 lemon
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
1 large egg, beaten
4 cups Tomato Sauce, recipe follows, or your favorite jarred
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 large cloves garlic, smashed
Two 28-ounce cans whole peeled tomatoes, with juices (about 7 cups)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2/3 cup packed basil leaves
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat and salt it generously. Add the lasagna noodles and boil, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat the olive oil and garlic in a saucepan over medium heat until the garlic begins to brown. Add the spinach, season with salt and pepper and stir until the spinach dries out and the garlic is fragrant, about 3 minutes. Cool.
  • Mix the cottage cheese, goat cheese, Parmesan/Pecorino, 2 cups of the mozzarella cheese, lemon zest, nutmeg, cayenne, and cooled spinach in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Stir in the egg.
  • Cover the bottom of a 9- by 13-inch casserole with a thin layer of Tomato Sauce. Cover with 3 of the noodles placed side-to-side, but not overlapping. Top with a 1/4 of the cheese mixture and about a half cup of Tomato Sauce. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Repeat to make 2 more layers. Cover lasagna layers with remaining noodles, dollop remaining cheese mixture on top. Drizzle with remaining Tomato Sauce, then scatter the remaining 2 cups mozzarella on top. Bake, uncovered, until the lasagna is hot and bubbly, about 40 to 45 minutes. Let lasagna stand for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Put the olive oil and garlic in a saucepan and cook until fragrant, 2 minutes. Add tomatoes and salt. Break up the tomatoes into small chunks with a wooden spoon and bring to a boil over high heat, lower heat to a brisk simmer, and cook until thickened, about 30 to 40 minutes. While sauce cooks, tear basil leaves into small pieces. Remove the sauce from the heat, stir in the basil, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, to taste.

4 CHEESE LASAGNA



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A vegetarian recipe that my mom got from a friend named Debbie Shannon years ago. She called it 3 cheese lasagna, but I have counted and there are definitely 4. One of my favorites because it is so easy, no pre-cooking the noodles! Mushrooms and zucchini can be layered in for a bit more nutrition too. (Or ground beef, if you are not interested in keeping it vegetarian.)

Provided by Erin K. Brown

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 pan, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) box lasagna noodles
1 (26 ounce) jar pasta sauce
16 ounces cottage cheese
16 ounces ricotta cheese
2 lbs mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/2 cup parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a small mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, ricotta, and 1/4 cup parmesan. Set aside.
  • Put a small amount of sauce in the bottom of a 14"x9"x2" pan.
  • Put a layer of uncooked noodles.
  • Spoon some of the cheese mixture over the noodles and spread it evenly.
  • Add a layer of grated mozzarella.
  • Layer sauce on top.
  • Repeat steps 4-7 until you reach the top of the pan.
  • After the last layer of sauce, cover with the remaining mozzarella and parmesan.
  • Bake covered with foil for 30 minutes.
  • Uncover and bake for another 30 minutes.
  • Let sit 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 812.4, Fat 40.6, SaturatedFat 23.1, Cholesterol 134.3, Sodium 1549.4, Carbohydrate 59.1, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 10.8, Protein 51

FOUR CHEESE LASAGNA RECIPE



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I usually always keep ingredients for this Four Cheese Lasagna on hand because it is so easy to make and seriously tastes so good.

Provided by Kendra Murdock

Categories     Main Course

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 6

16 ounces lasagna noodles
2 (26 ounce) spaghetti sauce
16 ounces cottage cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
  • Add pasta and cook for 6-8 minutes (you want them to be slightly undercooked); drain.
  • In a blender or with an electric mixer, blend tomato sauce and cottage cheese together until smooth.
  • Spoon a little of the sauce mixture in the bottom of a 9x13 baking pan or dish.
  • Place a layer of cooked noodles over the sauce, and sprinkle a portion of the mozzarella, the cheddar and the Parmesan cheese over the noodles.
  • Repeat layering of sauce, noodles and cheese; finish with a cheese layer.
  • Top pan with foil and place in the freezer.
  • When ready to eat, thaw in the fridge overnight.
  • Remove from the fridge 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 375 degrees and bake for 30 to 45 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 kcal, Carbohydrate 30 g, Protein 17 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Sodium 385 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

FOUR-CHEESE LASAGNA



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Make and share this Four-Cheese Lasagna recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 ounces lasagna noodles
1/2 lb ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/3 cup chopped celery
1 clove garlic, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil, crushed
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, cubed
1/3 cup light cream or 1/3 cup milk
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup shredded gouda cheese (2 ounces)
1 cup cream-style cottage cheese
1 slightly beaten egg
6 ounces sliced mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan cook lasagna noodles according to package directions; drain.
  • Set aside.
  • In a large skillet cook beef, onion, celery, and garlic till meat is brown and vegetables are tender.
  • Drain off fat.
  • Stir in the basil, oregano, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
  • Add the Cream cheese and light cream or milk.
  • Cook and stir over low heat till cheese is melted.
  • Stir in wine.
  • Gradually add the gouda cheese.
  • Cook and stir till cheese is nearly melted; remove from heat.
  • In small bowl stir together the cottage cheese and egg.
  • In a greased 10 x 6 x 2 inch baking dish layer half of the noodles, half of the meat sauce, half of the cottage cheese mixture, and half of the mozzarella cheese.
  • Repeat layers.
  • Bake, uncovered, in a 375o oven for 30 to 35 minutes or till heated through.
  • Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 629.6, Fat 33.6, SaturatedFat 18, Cholesterol 169.5, Sodium 616.3, Carbohydrate 39.1, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 2.8, Protein 36.2

FOUR-CHEESE LASAGNA (ACTUALLY 5!)



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This recipe was featured in an email today from the www.cooksillustrated.com website. You can actually view a video at the website if you have any questions. It's pretty cool! "It's important not to overbake the lasagna. Once the sauce starts bubbling around the edges, turn the oven to broil. If your lasagna pan is not broiler-safe, brown the lasagna at 500 degrees for about 10 minutes. Whole milk is best in the sauce, but skim and low-fat milk also work. Supermarket-brand cheeses work fine in this recipe. The Gorgonzola may be omitted, but the flavor of the lasagna won't be as complex. The test kitchen prefers the flavor and texture of Barilla no-boil noodles, but this recipe will work with most brands. One box of Barilla will yield enough noodles for this recipe; you may need two boxes of other brands."

Provided by senseicheryl

Categories     Cheese

Time 40m

Yield 1 9 x 13 inch pan, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

6 ounces gruyere cheese, shredded (about 1 1/2 cups)
2 ounces parmesan cheese, finely grated (about 1 cup)
1 1/2 cups part-skim ricotta cheese
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves, minced fresh, plus an additional
2 teaspoons fresh parsley leaves
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium shallot, minced (about 3 tablespoons)
1 medium garlic clove, minced (about 1 teaspoon)
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups whole milk
1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon table salt
1 bay leaf
1 pinch cayenne pepper
15 no-boil lasagna noodles
8 ounces Fontina cheese, rind removed, shredded (about 2 cups)
3 ounces gorgonzola, finely crumbled (about 3/4 cup)

Steps:

  • Place Gruyère and 1/2 cup Parmesan in large heatproof bowl. Combine ricotta, egg, black pepper, and 2 tablespoons parsley in medium bowl. Set both bowls aside.
  • Melt butter in medium saucepan over medium heat until foaming; add shallot and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until beginning to soften, about 2 minutes. Add flour and cook, stirring constantly, until thoroughly combined, about 1 1/2 minutes; mixture should not brown. Gradually whisk in milk and broth; increase heat to medium-high and bring to full boil, whisking frequently. Add salt, bay leaf and cayenne, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally with heatproof rubber spatula or wooden spoon and making sure to scrape bottom and corners of saucepan (you should have about 4 cups).
  • Remove saucepan from heat and discard bay leaf. Gradually whisk 1/4 cup sauce into ricotta mixture. Pour remaining sauce over Gruyère mixture and stir until smooth; set aside while softening noodles.
  • Adjust oven rack to upper middle position and heat oven to 350 degrees. Place noodles in 13 by 9-inch baking dish and cover with very hot tap water; soak 10 minutes, agitating noodles occasionally to prevent sticking. Remove noodles from water, place in single layer on kitchen towel, and pat dry. Wipe out baking dish and spray lightly with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Distribute 1/2 cup sauce in bottom of baking dish. Place 3 noodles in single layer on top of sauce. Spread 1/2 cup ricotta mixture evenly over noodles and sprinkle evenly with 1/2 cup fontina. Drizzle 1/2 cup sauce evenly over cheese. Repeat layering of noodles, ricotta, fontina, Gorgonzola, and sauce 3 more times. Place final 3 noodles on top and cover completely with remaining sauce, spreading with rubber spatula and allowing to spill over noodles. Sprinkle evenly with remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan.
  • Spray large sheet foil with nonstick cooking spray and cover lasagna; bake until edges are just bubbling, 25 to 30 minutes, rotating pan halfway through baking time. Remove foil and turn oven to broil. Broil until surface is spotty brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Cool 15 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining 2 teaspoons parsley; cut into pieces and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451.2, Fat 32.2, SaturatedFat 19.4, Cholesterol 130.3, Sodium 812.3, Carbohydrate 11.9, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 4.9, Protein 28.7

SECRET INGREDIENT FOUR CHEESE LASAGNA



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The secret ingredient in this lasagna skillet? Carrots! Your kids will never know you put a can of pureed carrots into the sauce.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 1/4 cups hot water
1 3/4 cups milk
1 box Hamburger Helper™ four cheese lasagna
1 can (14.5 oz) sliced carrots, drained
Chopped fresh parsley, if desired

Steps:

  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until brown; drain.
  • Stir in hot water, milk, sauce mix and uncooked pasta. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat. Cover; simmer about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender. Remove from heat; uncover.
  • In food processor, place carrots. Cover; process until smooth. Stir processed carrots into pasta mixture. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1100 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 1 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the noodles; they should be al dente.
  • Use a variety of cheeses to create a complex flavor profile.
  • Make sure the sauce is well-seasoned.
  • Let the lasagna rest for at least 15 minutes before serving so that the flavors can meld.

Conclusion:

This 4-cheese lasagna is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a special occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your lasagna meaty, cheesy, or vegetarian, this recipe is sure to please everyone at your table.

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